Experience

WWF MADAGASCAR

June 2015- In progress
Project of Support to the Tsimanampesotse and Kirindy Mitea National Parks - Revision of the UNESCO listing of the Toliara littoral zone biosphere reserve and feasibility study for resubmission as a biosphere reserve for the Tsimanampesotse and Nosy Ve – Androka region.

• Review the earlier UNESCO listing of the Toliara Littoral zone biosphere reserve and undertake its revision in view of relocation of its perimeter to the Tsimanampesotse and Nosy Ve-Androka coastal region, SW Madagascar.
• Gather national and international experience in the design, implementation and operation of marine-terrestrial biosphere reserves to inform the study.
• Based on the model established for the Kirindy Mite National Park – Belo-sur-mer biosphere, study the feasibility of linking the TSP national park to the Nosy Ve–Androka national park, including developing a system of ecological corridors.
• Develop a business case for the establishment of a Biosphere Reserve in the TSP-NSV coastal area
• Develop an action plan and deliverables required to consolidate the sustainable use of natural resources around the national park and the creation of a biosphere reserve.
• Prepare an estimate of costs associated with the creation of the biosphere reserve and the operating costs.
• Organize the necessary preparatory consultations, including with the National ICZM Committee to obtain the opinion of the committee members on the coherence of the proposed biosphere reserve with the experiences and policies in this area
• Write a submission to UNESCO listing for the creation of the future TSP-NSV biosphere reserve.

TANTALUS RARE EARTH – GAIA - BIOTOPE MADAGASCAR

December 2014 – In progress
Complementary baseline environmental studies of a TREM mining perimeter in the Ampasindava peninsular (NW Madagascar)

• Study of freshwater aquatic fauna (fish, invertebrates and molluscs) on the Ampasindava peninsular.

AFREN – EAX

December 2014
Proposal for legal & environmental advice on the position of AFREN’s PSC license and its ability to fulfill exploration activities on the Ampasindava peninsular with regard to its proposed protected status

• Provide to AFREN strategic environmental and legal advice to evaluate its PSC license commitments as regards to the new protected area initiative, the marine parks in the area and the tourism industry.
• To conduct the environmental analysis, we are using an integrated approach mobilizing knowledge from the different environmental knowledge based on the principle of ESIA, review of the Biodiversity and Conservation inventory and mainly the review and analysis of legal texts related to the issues.

MADAGASCAR OIL

October 2014 – March 2015
Preliminary capitalization of data gathered on the Environmental and Coastal Zones around the region of Maintirano with an evaluation of options for the location of a port and pipeline.

• Gathering the data on the status of the marine and coastal zone of Maintirano region and the different zones of biological importance between the site of exploitation in Tsimiroro and Maintirano in order to improve existing port or to find new potential site to evacuate by tankers the oil produced and to identify options of itineraries for the pipeline.
• Description of the main habitats of marine and coastal biodiversities of the region;
• Description of the potential sites and the different sites of biological interest in the zone;
• Recommendation on the potential itineraries of the pipeline and the potential sites of the port.

TANTALUS RARE EARTH – GAIA - BIOTOPE MADAGASCAR

February 2014 – November 2014
Baseline environmental studies a proposed mining perimeter in theAmpasindava peninsular, NW MadagascarStudy of the continental aquatic fauna and flora.

• Study of the continental aquatic fauna and flora,
• Study of the fauna and flora of marine and coastal areas, including mangroves.
• Study of currents (hydrography)

WWF MADAGASCAR

November 2013 – January 2014
Conduct a feasibility study for the establishment of a marine & terrestrial biosphere reserve in the Kirindy-Mite & Belo-sur-mer national park area.

• Gather available information on the biosphere reserve and update in view of the proposed biosphere reserve
• Gather national and international experience in the design, implementation and operation of marine-terrestrial biosphere reserves.
• Develop a business case for the establishment of a Biosphere Reserve in the KMT / Belo-sur-mer park area
• Develop an action plan and deliverables required to consolidate the sustainable use of natural resources around the national park and the creation of a biosphere reserve.
• The plan was accompanied by an estimate of costs associated with the creation of the biosphere reserve and the operating costs.
• Organizing the necessary preparatory consultations, including with the National ICZM Committee to obtain the opinion of the committee members on the consistency of the proposed biosphere reserve with experience and policy in this area.

ARTELIA - TGS

December 2012 ~ March 2013
Environmental impact assessment of the 2D Offshore Seismic Survey in three zones (Morondava, in the Northern region and in the Southern region) - Expert contribution on marine and coastal biodiversity:

• Inventory and characteristics of the main offshore and coastal marine species (presence, migration period) of the three zones, in and around the area of the block,
• Inventory and description of marine habitats, ecosystems and protected areas of the three zones.
• Analysis of sensitivity of habitats and species of the area.

WWF MADAGASCAR

October 2011 ~ December 2011
Collection of socio-economic and ecological data at the Marine Protected Areas of Nosy Hara and Ambodivahibe Bay to support the study of vulnerability to climate change at these two sites:

• Compilation of relevant data (ecological, biological and socio-economic) in marine protected areas Nosy Hara and Ambodivahibe Bay,
• Refining indicators of ecological and socio-economic vulnerability with WWF team and identifying missing data according to the defined indicators,
• Collection of environmental and socio-economic data relating to each site which will be based on finalized indicators and data gaps at each site.

SOGREAH MAGELIS - STERLING

November 2010 ~ March 2011
Environmental impact assessment of the Offshore Seismic Survey on the Ambilobe Block - Expert contribution on marine and coastal biodiversity:

• Inventory and characteristics of the main offshore and coastal marine species (presence, migration... period) of the North West of Madagascar, in and around the area of the block.
• Inventory and characteristics of the main types of fishing and aquaculture.
• Inventory and description of marine habitats, ecosystems and protected areas of the zone.
• Analysis of sensitivity of habitats and species of the area.
• Analysis of sensitivity of the artisanal fishing areas.

MADAGASCAR NATIONAL PARKS

September 2010 ~ November 2011
Implementation of sub-projects of social protection component of the National Park Sahamalaza / Radama Island – Lot: Fishing improved:

• Strengthening of PAPs technical capacity on the new sub-project,
• Support of PAPs to the implementation of the sub-project.
• Monitoring and evaluation of the defined compensation plan strategic indicators,
• Activities of sustainability

WCS

2010
Development of a Guide to marine biodiversity in Madagascar

• Collection of all data and information necessary for writing;
• Writing and editing of the book "Guide to marine biodiversity of Madagascar."

BLUEVENTURES ANDAVADOAKA

2010
Contribution to Blueventures requests about an hotel  construction in Nosy Hao

• Compilation of all laws and regulations about an hotel construction in a protected area
• Writing a report

COASTAL LIVELIHOODS ASSESSMENT PROJECT – ASCLME PROJECT

2010
Evaluation of coastal resources - Coastal mining of 9 countries of the ASCLME (South Africa, Madagascar, Mauritius, Mozambique, Comores, Tanzania, Seychelles, Somalie, Kenya)

• Collection of data and information relating to the economic evaluation of coastal economic activities in the Western Indian Ocean countries of the ASCLME for the purposes of the Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis (TDA).
• Analysis and preparation and submission of report

UNIDO - CGLME

2009
Project against depletion of marine living resources and degradation of coastal areas in the Guinea Current Large Marine Ecosystem (GCLME) through regional action – Establishment of guidelines for the preparation of National Action Plans (NAPs) for the implementation of the GCLME Strategic Action Program (SAP).

• Conduct a rapid review of all national action plans and similar documents from multiple sources
• Conduct overview of best practice on national action planning
• Prepare guidelines for national action plans.
• Conduct training workshop of national representatives and consultations for NAP formulation and to develop a road map.
• Conduct mid-term review of progress and update road map.
• Undertake a final review of NAPs and a review of the proposed investment projects.
• Assist at final workshop to present national investment projects.
• Prepare a final report of the work.

ONE - PROJECT ASCLME

2009
Diagnostic Analysis of Faunal Biodiversity Impacts of Marine and Coastal Ecosystems of Madagascar (Chapter 2.9 of MEDA) and impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems (chapter 2.10 of MEDA).
In order to develop a Transboundary Diagnostic Analysis (TDA) for the countries of the ASCLME, member countries were asked to provide a Marine Diagnostic Analysis (MEDA) at the national level. Resolve was chosen to prepare two chapters of the national MEDA for marine fauna (chapter 2.9) and impacts of climate change on marine ecosystems (chapter 2.10).

• Review of relevant literature specifically on marine and coastal ecosystems
• Critical analysis
• Prepare draft final report
• Present draft final report to national workshop
• Finalize report in light of feedback

SOGREAH MAGELIS - ROC OIL/Marex

July 2009 ~ August 2009
Environmental impact assessment of the Offshore Seismic Acquisition Project, Juan de Nova Maritime Deep Sea Block – Expert contribution on marine and coastal diversity:

• Inventory and characteristics of the main marine species (presence, migration period) in and around the area based on available information
• Inventory and description of marine habitats, ecosystems and the sites of biological importance of the area
• Analysis of sensitivity of marine ecosystems, habitats and species of the area
• Brief description of the species and habitats of the coastal seas around Juan de Nova
• Description of the commercial fishing off the coast of the area

ATM/PAMM

2008
Design of the Environmental and social impact assessment for the pilot phase and full phase of the ATM-PAM Sakoa coal mining project.

• Advising client and development of project proposal for:
• Seek a first environmental permit for the pilot production phase;
• Inventory and analysis of the initial situation of the receiving environment;
• Public involvement in the EIA process;
• Analysis of Environmental and social impacts;
• Proposition of avoidance / mitigation / compensation measures;
• Proposition of Environmental Management Plan (EMP).

SOGREAH MAGELIS - ENERMAD

September 2008 ~ December 2008
Environmental Impact Assessment of the Offshore Seismic Acquisition Project, Grand Prix Block – Expert contribution on marine and coastal diversity:

• Inventory and characteristics of the main species (flora and fauna) offshore (presence, migration, …) of the area west of Madagascar in and around the area of the block
• Inventory and characteristics of the main species of fishing and aquaculture
• Update the data concerning the activities of fishing in the area
• Inventory and description of key marine and coastal habitats, ecosystems and protected areas of the zone
• Analysis of sensitivity of habitats and species of the area
• Analysis of sensitivity of artisanal fisheries in the area

WCS - MIARO

2008
Preparation of manual of procedures for the establishment and management of Marine Protected Areas in Madagascar.

• Refining steps and procedures in the process of establishing MPAs;
• Proposal of a model of biophysical studies protocol necessary for the delimitation of MPAs, socio-economic and backup;
• Establishment of the Charter of stakeholder responsibility.

REGIONAL PROGRAM OF SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT OF THE INDIAN OCEAN COASTAL ZONE (PROGECO)

2008
Support for the development of the institutional framework for the recovery process of the ICZM (Integrated Coastal Zone Management) policy in Madagascar Support and coordination consultancy service.

• Updating the institutional framework vis-a-vis the national context (MAP, Decentralization, and Development of territory ...) and the development of ICZM concept at international level;
• Recommendation and proposition of a legal text for the establishment of an ICZM committee in Madagascar.

THE REGION COASTAL ZONE MANAGEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE INDIAN OCEAN COUNTRIES (RECOMAP)

2008

• Profile and Assessment of small scale Fisheries Monitoring Programs in Madagascar
• Undertake a preliminary assessment of recent and ongoing coastal small scale fisheries monitoring programs in Madagascar;
• Undertake a desk study of fisheries monitoring systems in Madagascar;
• Undertake a SWOT analysis and make recommendations for improved fisheries information systems.

AMBATOVY MINERALS SA AMSA (Environmental department) DYNATEC MADAGASCAR SA

2008
Geotechnical drilling activity – Preliminary Environmental Impact evaluation
SOALARA LIMESTONE F.S. Research and preparation of a preliminary environmental impact report in relation to the proposed geotechnical drilling project by Sherrit at Soalara.

AMBATOVY MINERALS SA (AMSA)

2008
Technical support for land acquisition for the construction of the pipeline between the mining structure and treatment plant:

• Support to legal team relating to land rights acquisition:
• Negotiation program development of rights acquisition;
• Preparation of a dossier of support to a public utility decree (DUP) for the pipeline;
• Monitoring of rights acquisition

SOGREAH MAGELIS - EXXON MOBIL

February 2008 ~ March 2008
Environmental Impact Assessment of the Exploration Drilling Project Offshore Ampasindava –  Expert contribution on marine and coastal biodiversity:

• Inventory and characteristics of the main species (flora and fauna) offshore (presence, migration period, season and breeding site) in and around the area of the block
• Inventory and description of key marine and coastal habitats, ecosystems and protected areas of the zone
• Analysis of sensitivity of habitats and species of the area

SOGREAH MAGELIS - ROC OIL

January 2008 ~ January 2008
Environmental Impact Assessment of the Offshore Seismic Acquisition Project, Belo Profound Block –  Expert contribution on marine and coastal biodiversity:

• Inventory and characteristics of the main species (flora and fauna) offshore (presence, migration, …) of the area west of Madagascar in and around the area of the block
• Inventory and description of key marine and coastal habitats, ecosystems and protected areas of the zone
• Description of the potential effects of seismic acquisition (particularly of seismic detonations) identified species, cetaceans and turtles in particular marine
• Analysis of sensitivity of habitats and species of the area

SOGREAH MAGELIS - EXXON MOBIL

May 2007 ~ June 2007
Environmental Impact Assessment of the Block Majunga Offshore Profound –  Expert contribution on marine and coastal biodiversity:

• Inventory and characteristics of the main species (flora and fauna) offshore (presence, migration period, season and breeding site,) in and around the area of the block
• Inventory and characteristics of the main species of fishing and aquaculture
• Update the data concerning the activities of fishing in the area
• Inventory and description of key marine and coastal habitats, ecosystems and protected areas of the zone
• Analysis of sensitivity of habitats and species of the area
• Analysis of sensitivity of artisanal fisheries in the area

PROJECT OF INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT POLES (PIC) (WORLD BANK - GOVERNMENT OF MADAGASCAR)

2007
Detailed study of the development plan and the protection mode of the future Marine and Coastal Protected Area (MCPA) of Tanikely - Nosy Be.

• Accuracy of the exact location of various facilities to establish in the future service area of the site;
• Updating and validation of the management plan and management for the site;
• Development of a budgeted action plan to transform the site as a marine and coastal protected area;
• Development of a geo-referenced map with different areas;
• Validation of the preliminary draft of a temporary protection order

OCEANIC DÉVELOPPEMENT (PROJET ZONES D’AMÉNAGEMENT CONCERTÉ) – GAPCM/AFD

2007
Selection of an appropriate and effective regulation system in the context of the study on the right of access to traditional shrimp fishing in Ambaro Bay, in Madagascar.

• Definition of a fishing effort management tools of the Ambaro Bay traditional fishermen
• Proposal of criteria definitions of key actors in the management of this fishery;
• Definition of terms of acquisition and transmission of fishing rights;
• Drafting of text according to the levels identified.

INTEGRATED GROWTH POLE (IGP) PROJECT (WORLD BANK – GOVERNMENT OF MADAGASCAR)

2007
Establishment of the Nosy Tanikely Marine protected Area (MPA) as a new marine protected area (MPA) according to appropriate creation procedures, including a safety plan for affected stakeholders (PAPs):

• Detailed study on the development plan and the mode of protection of the future marine protected area (MPA) Nosy Tanikely - Nosy Be.
• Precision of the exact location of the different developments in the future area of the site.
• Updating and validation of the development and management plan for the site.
• Elaboration of a budgeted plan of action for the transformation of the MPA site.
• Elaboration of a geo-referenced map with different areas
• Develop a plan of protection of persons affected by the project (PAPs)
• Validation of the inter-ministerial order for temporary protection.

MINISTRY OF ENVIRONMENT, WATER AND FORESTS

2006
Development of the management plan for the future RAMSAR site "Lake Bedo" Study and socio-economic, technical, ecological and environmental analysis of the "Lake Bedo" natural resources for the design of its management plan;

• Inventory of “Lake Bedo” birds and mammals;
• Conception and development of the site management plan.

EMBASSY OF FRANCE (PRIORITY SOLIDARITY FUND OR FSP)

2006
Edition of book on the transfer of natural resources management to communities in Madagascar entitled: “TANTEZA – Le Transfert de Gestion à Madagascar – 10 ans d’efforts”
Based on the results of the national evaluation and other contributions, edit and publish book on the transfer of natural resources management to communities in Madagascar (TANTEZA – Le Transfert de Gestion à Madagascar – 10 ans d’efforts. Montagne, P., Zo Razanamaharo and Andrew Cooke (Scientific Editors. 200 pages. ISBN 978-2-9530572-0-1).

INTER COOPÉRATION SUISSE – PROGRAMME SAHA

2006
Study of implementing coherence between political decentralization and the decentralization of the renewable natural resources management:

• Inventory of the different types of management in the natural resources decentralization and related texts.
• Description of stakeholders roles and responsibilities for each type of management.
• Analysis of legal texts on political decentralization and decentralized management of natural resources.
• Determination of success factors and failure in decentralized management of natural resources.
• Proposal for certain amendments of the legal texts for an effective decentralization of natural resources management.

UNDP (UNITED NATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM)

2005
Project of development and management of the cage culture in Alaotra Mangoro region:

• Study of physico-chemical aspects of the site lake;
• Design and installation of 90 cages for the breeding of mono-sex tilapia;
• Training of 200 cages fish farmers in the region;
• Conception and development of a lake management plan for the installation of 90 cages for fish production.

GENERAL DIRECTORATE FOR THE ENVIRONMENT - ENVIRONMENTAL CELLS OF SECTORAL MINISTRIES (SACEMS) SUPPORT

2005
Capacity building for managers and environmental cells of sectoral ministry leaders (Prime Minister's Office, MINJUS, MND, MAE):

• Organization of workshops for training of managers at the level of the 4 sectors concerned.
• Production of meeting information and awareness-raising for decision makers at the level of each sector, by environmental advocacy and lobbying actions.
• Conducting campaigns of sector coverage through posters and brochures on the protection of the environment.

EMBASSY OF FRANCE (PRIORITY SOLIDARITY FUND OR FSP) - USAID (PTE-LDI AND ERI-DAI PROJECTS) - INTERCOOPERATION SUISSIE (VIA SAHA) - FAO (UNITED NATIONS) - CONSERVATION INTERNATIONAL - WORLD WILDLIFE FUND (WWF)

2004
National evaluation and outlook for the transfers of management of renewable natural resources to communities in the context of PEIII (Environment Program Phase 3):

• Establishment and coordination of the Consortium RESOLVE-PCP (CIRAD-ESSA-FOFIFA) - IRD
• Phase 1 - Creation of a national geo-referenced database on management transfers to communities (TGRNR)
• Phase 2 – Development of a National evaluation document of management transfers (institutional, socio-organizational, legal, technical, economic and environmental aspects of TGRNR)
• Phase 3 - Design and provision of a system of monitoring and evaluation
• Phase 4 - Elaboration of a support tool for competent authorities to reach decisions on national policy in the area of management transfers
• Final - Organization of a national workshop to present the assessment and consider the recommendations

UNAGI INTERNATIONAL PLC

2003
Development project of the Industry of Eels and Elvers in Madagascar:

• Negotiation of draft-agreement (Memorandum of Understanding) with the Government.
• Study of the state of knowledge and eels potentiality in Madagascar.
• Development of a database on eels potentiality in Madagascar.
• To carry out the feasibility study of the program.
• Resolution of the disagreements between the project partners.
• Handover of the project to UNAGI Madagascar limited liability company.

WCS (WILDLIFE CONSERVATION SOCIETY) (INTERNATIONAL NGO)

2003
Launching of ICZM process in Antongil Bay:

• Advisory missions on land .
• Reflective work and strategy development.
• Preparation of an inventory Antongil Bay.
• Regional dialogue and development of an action plan.
• Formulation of a logical framework for the partners coordination.

CSP (FISHERIES MONITORING CENTRE)

2002
Ministry of Fisheries Draft text to strengthen the institutional status of the CSP:

• Review of all possible options and identification of the optimal option.
• Draft decree by a drafting team.

CSP (FISHERIES MONITORING CENTRE)

2002
Ministry of Fisheries National report on fisheries monitoring:

• Review of the literature and world experience on the illicit fishing season and fisheries monitoring.
• Drafting of the report (intended for the Presidency).

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